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TikTok creators go from sadness and fear to...'whatever!' over app's future
It's been an emotional rollercoaster for TikTok creators over the past few months, with the app's future uncertain. But there are ways to decompress.
Don't overthink the torpedo bats
The Yankees 20-9 win against the Brewers last weekend put the spotlight on torpedo bats. But in baseball, as in life, sometimes a fluke is just what it seems.
Want to raise bilingual kids? First, let go of a common myth
Speech pathologists offer parents real-world advice on how to incorporate a second language with their kids at home — and demystify a misconception about bilingualism.
LA Dodgers bound for the White House to celebrate World Series championship
The Los Angeles Dodgers will be at the White House to celebrate their World Series win. But not everyone is happy that the team will meet with President Trump.
Alex Ovechkin has tied Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record
The Washington Capitals star came into Friday's game two goals shy of tying the NHL's career record, set decades ago by the great Wayne Gretzky. The Capitals have six games left in the regular season.
Deadly storms devastate parts of the U.S. South and Midwest
The National Weather Service has issued a warning that the South and Midwest may experience more severe storms, flooding and tornadoes in the days ahead.
Far-right activist appears to take credit for general in charge of NSA
The Trump administration fired the general in charge of the National Security Agency and his deputy. This marks the latest dismissal of a top military officer.
Trans troops face a difficult choice with Department of Defense initiative
Transgender service members continue to weigh their options as a Trump administration policy tries to push them out of the military for a second time in less than a decade.
This week, Musk faces setbacks in both his political and business ventures
Elon Musk faced a tough week when it comes to his business and political interests. While he's spent millions of his own money to fund pro-Trump races, this week that investment didn't pay off.